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Is Portulaca grandiflora 'Sundial Mango' toxic to cats?

Portulaca grandiflora 'Sundial Mango'

Toxic to cats

Yes — portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. ASPCA-grounded: Portulaca is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, the toxic principle being soluble calcium oxalates. Signs can include drooling, vomiting, weakness and depression; large ingestions risk kidney effects from soluble oxalates. Keep away from pets and grazing animals.

What to do if your cat ate portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango'

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango', contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' toxic to cats?

Yes — portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. ASPCA-grounded: Portulaca is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, the toxic principle being soluble calcium oxalates. Signs can include drooling, vomiting, weakness and depression; large ingestions risk kidney effects from soluble oxalates. Keep away from pets and grazing animals.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango'?

ASPCA-grounded: Portulaca is listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, the toxic principle being soluble calcium oxalates. Signs can include drooling, vomiting, weakness and depression; large ingestions risk kidney effects from soluble oxalates. Keep away from pets and grazing animals. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango'.

What should I do if my cat ate portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango'?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Portulaca grandiflora 'Sundial Mango' is toxic to dogs as well. See the full portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango' pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to portulaca grandiflora 'sundial mango'?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

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